Compact EDC Set-up When it comes to EDC, we all have very unique preferences and needs. As a photographer, I prioritize having a padded pack with adjustable dividers and ideally a pocket I can quickly access for memory cards and batteries. Some just want a small pack that can fit a tool kit and a …
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Alright, we know everyone is tired of hearing about the CoronaVirus. At this point we all should be somewhat aware that this virus has sparked a lot of turmoil in society, and it has us thinking it’s a good idea to revisit the concept of keeping a good Bug-Out Bag handy. In a previous series …
What’s with the webbing PAL? What’s with all that webbing on the side of many of our packs and organizers? Well, it’s probably one of the most important pieces of backpack technology since the zipper! It’s called Molle webbing (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment – Pronounced like Molly) as a means to attach accessories or additional …
Photography: Our Favorite Hobby We’ve mentioned this before, but both co-founders of Vanquest are avid photographers. It’s a past time that many working here enjoy and have a passion for. We’re lucky to have the ability to incorporate photography into our work. Naturally, we have taken this into account when designing products. While our packs …
It’s easy to get caught up in features and designs of different packs. Some have removable straps, others use molle systems for organization, and a few even have solar powered USB chargers built in. Backpacks have a way of evolving to create trends for ever changing demographics. But, today we want to showcase a great …
Urban Get Home Bag This is a topic and project that’s been on the back of my mind for a few months now. Here is the scenario, you’re about to leave work when there’s a huge earthquake, fire, or some kind of civil unrest. You quickly realize that driving home won’t be an option as …
We get a number of customers who are looking for a new backpack or bag for work or outdoor activities and they ask us “what should I get?”. This is a somewhat common question to address a very personal preference, but we are here to help! First thing we usually ask is, what are you …
The flu season has been in full swing, and many are concerned about not just the flu, but the newest virus making global headlines- Coronavirus. Also known as COVID-19, Coronavirus epicenter began in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, where it is believed that the virus has made a jump from infecting animals (primarily bats) to people. …
Pre-Order Sale starts today! Irvine, CA: New for 2020 is our Urban EDC Series of packs. We have the ADDAX-25, ADDAX-18, CARBIDE-8, CARBIDE-12, DENDRITE-Small, DENDRITE-Large. We developed our 400-D UrbanBlend fabric, with a multi-PU coating to provide excellent water resistance. The new colorways of Shadow Gray and Midnight Blue place this bag into new settings …
The Vanquest Team is excited to announce the Spyderco X Vanquest Envoy-13 Messenger Bag. This exclusive bag is the result of collaborated efforts of Vanquest and Spyderco to offer the perfect EDC bag that meets the quality and functionalities needed by gear heads like you. Being long time knife users and collectors ourselves, Vanquest Team …